Jul 5, 2015
Week 5- Remember the Poor (Gal 2:9-10)
By: Robert Williams
Series: Galatians - Freedom is Ours
All through scripture we see God's heart for those who are poor in this world's possessions. It seems to be also at the heart of Jesus' ministry, His incarnation, and something by which we will be judged. Are we eager to remember the poor?
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- Jul 5, 2015Week 5- Remember the Poor (Gal 2:9-10)
Jul 5, 2015Week 5- Remember the Poor (Gal 2:9-10)By: Robert WilliamsSeries: Galatians - Freedom is OursAll through scripture we see God's heart for those who are poor in this world's possessions. It seems to be also at the heart of Jesus' ministry, His incarnation, and something by which we will be judged. Are we eager to remember the poor?
- Jun 28, 2015Week 4- Hypocrisy (Gal 2:11-21)
Jun 28, 2015Week 4- Hypocrisy (Gal 2:11-21)Series: Galatians - Freedom is OursOne of the most frequent charges leveled against the Church, unfortunately, is that it is full of hypocrites. A hypocrite is someone who plays a part; someone who pretends to be what they are not. A hypocrite says one thing and does another. Paul uses an example of opposing one of the pillars of the Church, Peter, for hypocrisy along with others that joined him. Paul said that “they were not acting in line with the truth of the gospel.” Peter was concerned with what his peers would think of him, much more than embracing and living truth. In order for the Church to drop the bad rap that many hold of us, we must act in line with the gospel!
- Jun 21, 2015Week 3- Are You in or Out? (Gal 2:1-9)
Jun 21, 2015Week 3- Are You in or Out? (Gal 2:1-9)Series: Galatians - Freedom is OursIn this passage in Galatians we read Paul discussing the ongoing challenge of the Christian Jews who were insisting that circumcision was required to be a believer. The object of the discussion is Titus, a Gentile who have converted to Christianity and was a companion of Paul's and a servant in the ministry. Titus was not 'compelled' to be circumcised because it was not required for salvation. Salvation is a matter of the heart, not the flesh. In this message we will examine what it means to be changed from within and address hypocrisy that so quickly creeps into the church today.
- Jun 14, 2015Week 2- Freedom from Being a People Pleaser (Gal 1:10-24)
Jun 14, 2015Week 2- Freedom from Being a People Pleaser (Gal 1:10-24)Series: Galatians - Freedom is OursEveryone wants to be accepted and well liked. Who doesn’t? No one wants to be shunned or rejected, that certainly does not feel good, does it? Therefore, at a certain level we all seek approval from others. The danger is when we desire that acceptance or approval at any cost. It becomes our motivation and driving force. Paul understands this dichotomy especially when it concerns itself with staying true to the grace of God—“If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ,” Paul writes to the Galatians. We will address how we know we are being a “people-pleaser” and how we can overcome that in our lives!
- Jun 7, 2015Week 1- A Different Gospel (Gal 1:1-9)
Jun 7, 2015Week 1- A Different Gospel (Gal 1:1-9)Series: Galatians - Freedom is OursThere are many believers that quickly desert the true gospel message of Scripture for another one that seems pleasing to them; one that as Paul points out is no gospel (or good news) at all. Paul confronted this very thing at the church in Galatia. Here the church started to believe they must do works in order to be right with God. In our day, that message and many others are prevalent. We will look at what the true gospel is and how it far out ways the counterfeits!
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- May 24, 2015Divorce Part 2
May 24, 2015Divorce Part 2Series: Healing & DealingIn this second message in the Healing and Dealing series on Divorce, we focus on the impact divorce has on parents and on their children. Within our current culture, it is not a stretch to say children of divorce often times are modern day 'orphans' and the 'fatherless'. God cares a great deal for them and the Bible admonishes us from cover to cover to see to their needs. Two testimonies will be shared about how individuals have navigated this very difficult and heart-wrenching aspect of a severed family. John Bronson will share about how he saw his own divorce affect his child and Hedie Wiens will share concerning how her parent’s divorce affected her as a child and the struggle in her soul it caused.
- May 17, 2015Divorce Part 1
May 17, 2015Divorce Part 1Series: Healing & DealingThis is the first of the Healing and Dealing series that will be ongoing throughout the years ahead. The purpose of this series is to take on common trials or challenges in a practical way through Biblical teaching and by testimonies given by those that have dealt with divorce and have experienced healing. In this first message in the series called Healing and Dealing from Divorce Pastor Scott will talk about what the Bible has to say about divorce and two testimonies will be shared by Rebecca Randall and Lyn Smith about dealing with forgiveness and breaking the cycle of divorce.
- May 10, 2015Week 9- The Virtuous Woman
May 10, 2015Week 9- The Virtuous WomanSeries: Proverbs' WisdomWithin the book of Proverbs we find an essay on different types of women. Solomon gives his sage advice concerning silly women, an adulterous woman laying a snare, contentious wives, and King Lemuel’s essay on the Proverbs 31 ‘Virtuous Woman’. On this Mother’s Day, we spend most of our time celebrating the woman that has “her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, as he praises her.”
- May 3, 2015The Weapon of Prayer
- Apr 26, 2015Week 8- Money
Apr 26, 2015Week 8- MoneySeries: Proverbs' WisdomOne of the most often misquoted Scriptures is “Money is the root of all evil”. The Apostle Paul actually writes that it is “the love of money” (1 Timothy 6:10). Money is not evil. God gifts us and graces us with the ability to make money and provide for ourselves and our family. It’s what we do with money and what it does with us that we need to look at. The book of Proverbs offers much advice in this area.
- Apr 19, 2015Week 7- Peer Pressure
Apr 19, 2015Week 7- Peer PressureSeries: Proverbs' WisdomThere is no doubt that every society suffers from the phenomena called 'peer pressure'. Peer Pressure can be defined as "The social influence a peer group exerts on its individual members, as each member attempts to conform to the expectations of the group." The important word in this definition is 'influence' and the phrase 'conform to the expectations'. People have gone to extremes to fit in with their peers and even though we typically view 'peer pressure' as a teen problem adults are not exempt. In this message we will be examining peer pressure through the wise words of Solomon and learn how we can avoid becoming its victim.
- Apr 12, 2015Week 6- Vision
Apr 12, 2015Week 6- VisionSeries: Proverbs' Wisdom‘Vision’ occurs when God gives you a glimpse of your purpose. To receive His vision God must communicate. In order for God to communicate, we must listen and hear his voice. The first part of Proverbs 29:18 says, “Where there is no revelation (or vision), people cast off restraint.” Without a glimpse of who we are in Jesus; without a plan of some sort of how we can better serve and honor him; we find ourselves casting off restraint. Without vision we can’t hold ourselves in check; we do not remain motivated; we have no constraint in our feelings, behavior, etc.; we do not fulfill our purpose.
- Apr 5, 2015Easter Sunday- The Resurrection
Apr 5, 2015Easter Sunday- The ResurrectionSeries: The ResurrectionMy sin put Jesus on the cross. He who was without sin bore my thoughts, actions, lifestyle, doubts, unbelief, unforgiveness, pride, and fears, along with their penalty. Jesus took my place; He took my death so that I could be reconciled to God and that I may have life to the full. Because Jesus rose from the grave and conquered sin and death, I experience resurrection life in and through His life! Jesus once again takes my place, His life I now live. The Resurrection is not an event—it is a person!
- Mar 29, 2015Week 5- Gossip
Mar 29, 2015Week 5- GossipSeries: Proverbs' WisdomThe words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to a man’s inmost parts. (Prov 18:8). The same way we “can’t eat just one” according to the Lays potato chips commercial; gossip has a very addictive quality to it. We want to tell or hear something juicy about someone else. Why is this appetizing to us? What causes us to hate it when others do it, but not readily recognize it when we are engaged in gossip ourselves? Do relationships matter to you? They certainly do to God!
- Mar 22, 2015Week 4- Trials
Mar 22, 2015Week 4- TrialsSeries: Proverbs' WisdomIn James 1:2 we read the baffling statement that we are to be thankful, even joyous, when we encounter and go into trials. The book of Proverbs contains great gems of wisdom regarding trials and their purpose for the righteous man. In this message we will explore some of these wise words of Solomon and hopefully gain perspective for ourselves as we walk through trials which are indeed both an inevitable and vital part of our journey to perfecting our faith.
- Mar 15, 2015Week 3- Conflict
Mar 15, 2015Week 3- ConflictSeries: Proverbs' WisdomOur desire to be right or to win is often sinful. Conflict between two people, ideas, or objects is defined as a collision. How do we navigate these clashes in our lives? They are unable to be avoided and even necessary. Jesus said we would have offense and opposition. How we deal with conflict can truly honor God and save relationships. The book of Proverbs gives us wisdom towards this end.
- Mar 8, 2015Week 2- Marriage
Mar 8, 2015Week 2- MarriageSeries: Proverbs' WisdomScripture tells us that Solomon was the wisest man that has ever lived. Yet, this incredibly wise man made some very poor decisions when it came to women. He had many wives and concubines which went against what God taught. Yet, for all these mistakes he still experienced marriage and many of the proverbs give us insight into what he learned about being married. In this message we will examine some of Solomon's proverbs about marriage and pull timeless truths for us today.
- Mar 1, 2015Week 1- Our Tongue
Mar 1, 2015Week 1- Our TongueSeries: Proverbs' WisdomThe most destructive weapon on the face of this earth can often be our very own tongue! With our words we can bless and we can curse. Whoever said that “sticks and stones may hurt my bones, but words can never hurt me.” was delusional, lying, or at best- wishful thinking. The book of Proverbs speaks a lot about this power that is in the human tongue.
- Feb 22, 2015Disciples that Make Disciples
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- Feb 8, 2015Week 4- Pride & Prejudice
Feb 8, 2015Week 4- Pride & PrejudiceBy: Robert WilliamsSeries: JonahJonah willfully disobeyed God because of his own pride and prejudice toward the Assyrians as a people group. He put his own opinions, experiences, and personal feelings ahead of God's will and plan for him and the people of Nineveh. What does prejudice look like in your life?
- Feb 1, 2015Week 3- The Message of God
Feb 1, 2015Week 3- The Message of GodSeries: JonahJonah was the bearer of bad news to the wicked people of Nineveh. In 40 days the city and its inhabitants would be destroyed because of their evil ways. Scripture says that upon hearing this news the people “believed God”. They mourned, fasted, and most importantly—they repented. God met their passionate pleas and contrite hearts with compassion. The good news is that God saves! “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” (2 Peter 3:9) What really does God mean when he says to “repent”?
- Jan 25, 2015Week 2- The Call of God
Jan 25, 2015Week 2- The Call of GodSeries: JonahJonah was a prophet of God. As such, when he was called to fulfill that calling and disobeyed he was going directly against his calling...that of a prophet. What is God's calling for each of our lives (specific and general)? The reality is there are specific things we are all called to do as believers and then there are specific things God calls for us to do individually. Christians spent a tremendous amount of time thinking, praying and seeking to understand God's calling and there is a great deal of misunderstanding about what our 'calling' truly is. In this message Pastor Scott will address this topic of God's calling on our lives.
- Jan 18, 2015Week 1- Running from God
Jan 18, 2015Week 1- Running from GodSeries: JonahJonah was a man who knew God and could recognize His voice. Though Jonah was a prophet of God he had his own idea on how to live his life. The Bible says that upon hearing the word of the Lord and God’s plan for him that instead of obeying; Jonah ran away from the Lord. We often do likewise; we run from the Lord and fall away from Him. Instead of enjoying His presence and doing His will, we find ourselves doing our own ‘thing’. God is faithful even when we are not faithful; He pursues us, loves us, and restores us!
- Jan 11, 2015Week 8- Jesus is the Sabbath
Jan 11, 2015Week 8- Jesus is the SabbathSeries: Old Testament JesusIn the Old Covenant; the Sabbath was a covenant sign between man and God that pointed to the New. In the New Covenant, Jesus is the covenant sign between man and God! Jesus said in Matt 5:17 that He didn’t come to destroy the law or the prophets. He came to fulfill them (or to embody them and give them their true meaning that was only foreshadowed before but now is a reality in Him). The Sabbath is one such law that sees its greatest fulfillment in Jesus. He has designed us to rest in Him; spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical rest. Are you weary?
- Jan 4, 2015Week 7- Old Testament Names and Titles of Jesus
Jan 4, 2015Week 7- Old Testament Names and Titles of JesusSeries: Old Testament JesusWhat’s in a name? In our culture, though we may try to give a name to our child that suits him or her or what we want them to one day be like; mostly our names only serve to distinguish us apart from one another. Not so in Biblical times, particularly in the Old Testament. A name indicated the character and attributes of a person. Jesus’ numerous and varied Old Testament names: Messiah, Commander of the Lord’s army, Counselor and Prince of Peace, Servant, Man of Sorrows, Rock, Lamb, and more were of great importance because the name comprehended in itself all that God is. When we come to know and understand the names and titles given to Jesus, we have a better understanding of His role in our life.